The king of Israel answered, “Tell him: ‘One who puts on his armor should not boast like one who takes it off.’" I Kings 20:11

There are not many wise sayings that came from the lips of Ahab, King of Israel, but this was one of them. It is similar to a saying of Paul in 2 Timothy 4:7-8, ‘I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith…now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness…’ At this stage, Paul is at the point of ‘taking off his armor’.

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It is one thing to enter a battle full of confidence, well fed, well armed, well protected and no enemy threatening us. It is another thing coming away from the battle weary, hungry, shell-shocked, wounded and disheveled. Although many of them go in boasting of their abilities, not many war weary solders like to talk about the experiences. But it is written on their faces.

When we go into battle for God we need to be realistic of our capabilities and the enemy we face because when we ‘take that armor off’ many of us will be painfully aware we would not have even survived if it wasn’t for God’s leadership, His strength, His support and encouragement. This battle is even more difficult when we seek to work for him in a foreign land where we are confronted with unexpected attacks from unknown quarters and with new devices of the enemy. Pray that all God’s workers both at home and abroad will fight the fight, finish the race, keep the faith and receive the crown.

FROM PREVIOUS UPDATES

Bus - After tender loving care and a lot of work from Alan and Brad Hartland, father and son mechanics from Australia, the bus is now in perfect condition. Driving over 2000 kilometres after sitting in the caryard of Dubai made the journey to Eagles Wings difficult, but Eagles Wings now has a very good bus in excellent condition.
Praise God – That the bus is in excellent condition.
Please Pray – For safety as the bus takes its first journey in Zambia, driving the building team to Livingstone for a well-earned holiday.

Sickness at Eagles Wings – There has been a continuance of sickness at Eagles Wings, mostly among the building team and staff members at Eagles Wings. Anything from Malaria through to severe stomach viruses has become the norm.
Please Pray – For healing for those that are sick. - For protection from further illnesses.

Special Education Training – Sylvia has received word that she has been accepted into the Special Education Course. However, she must now wait until more applicants are received before the course begins.
Praise God – For Sylvia’s acceptance into this course.

Building Team – With the building team at work, things have been very busy at Eagles Wings over the past month. They have made much progress and Eagles Wings has quickly been transformed. The numerous tasks the team has been involved in includes roofing of Stage 2, wiring of Stage 2, Centre wiring being placed underground, plumbing in the second toilet block completed, new taps around Eagles Wings, a fence built around the school, blocklaying, landscaping and painting! The effort of the team has been greatly appreciated. They are now looking forward to a break in Livingstone where they will become tourists for a few days before returning to Eagles Wings and heading home to Australia.
Praise God – For the strength and enabling He has given the team members.
- For the amazing amount of work they have been able to contribute to Eagles Wings.
Please Pray – For the hearts of those on the team that have been touched by the children, the poverty and God’s work in Zambia. Pray that they would be sensitive to what God is teaching them through this experience.
- For the continuing work on all building projects and maintenance at Eagles Wings.
- For safety for the team as they travel and rest in Livingstone and then fly home to Australia.

Prayer Focus

The beginning of May will see Lackson and Reid visit three more countries to conduct research for the expansion of Eagles Wings. The Congo has been confirmed for the 1st to 5th of May. Zimbabwe and Lesotho are the remaining two countries that, God willing, will be visited. Reid and Lackson are looking forward to what God has in store for them. Please pray with them, that they are led to the right people and places to partner with to see the lives of street children and orphans changed for eternity.

NEW PRAISE & PRAYER POINTS

End of Term 1 – Throughout this term we have seen more of God’s faithfulness as the new school grows and develops. Eagles Wings Head Teacher, Daniel, reflects on the end of term being a time of joy and fulfillment.
Praise God – For His love that is building up the lives of the children and spreading to the community through the ministry in the school.
- For good health for the children throughout this term. - For the huge improvement in the performance of the children.
For the grace God has given both the teachers and management to organize and develop school procedures and practices.

Praise Focus

The Eagles Wings crop of maize is almost ready to harvest. Lackson reports that this year they have been blessed with a great crop. The maize should be enough to see us through to the next wet season without having to purchase any additional maize or maize products. Please join us as we praise God for His provision of this important food source.